2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Hyundai Trajet

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Trajet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Trajet would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Trajet.

Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Trajet, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (519 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Trajet. (191 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Trajet.

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2009 Chevrolet Suburban 2004 Hyundai Trajet
Make Chevrolet Hyundai
Model Suburban Trajet
Year Released 2009 2004
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5967 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 352 HP 137 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 519 Nm 191 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 8 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5660 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1960 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 9.3 L/100km